Skoda Citigo 2017

Published on 30 October, 2017

Design evolution for the Skoda Citigo in 2017.

Overview

The Skoda Citigo has been updated for 2017 and the facelift hasn’t been radical by any stretch of the imagination. The front grill has been updated to more closely resemble the rest of the Skoda range, LED headlights have been added to most trim levels and the bumpers have changed slightly. Evolution rather than revolution.

The engine line-up has remained the same. Although “line-up” may be a stretch, there is only one engine on offer. A 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine with two different outputs, 60PS or 75PS. Neither engine will set the world on fire in performance terms, the 60PS engine with a manual transmission gets from 0 to 100km/h in 14.4 seconds and this reduces to 13.2 in the 75PS model, but both are prefect for city driving and the Citigo is surprisingly refined and comfortable on faster roads. Performance will reduce only slightly if you choose an automatic version. Both engine choices are economical and eco-friendly, the 60PS engines promise to use just 4.3 litres of fuel per 100 kilometers, this jumps to 4.4 litres in the 75PS model.

The update has also given the interior a refresh with a new infotainment system, some extra equipment options and a more sophisticated looking two tone finish now available. There are currently two trims levels on offer, the entry-level “Active” and the more generous “Ambition”.  The Ambition model is the one to go for if your budget can stretch. It adds nice little touches like, split folding rear seats, LED day time running lights and the all-important umbrella under the front passenger seat. Prices for an Active model with the 60PS engine start from €10,995, this increases to €13,450 for an Ambition model with an automatic gearbox and the 75PS engine. The special edition “Monte Carlo” gives a more individualistic look and starts at €13,750. Our choice would be an Ambition model with the 75PS engine and a manual gearbox.

The Citgo comes with good credentials in the safety and reliability area also, despite its diminutive proportions the Citigo received a full five stars on the Euro NCAP crash test back in 2011. It also regularly comes out on top in customer satisfaction surveys and a three year/100,000km warranty is standard on all models.

Anthony Murphy

I just kept turning up and eventually they let me drive some shiny new cars.